Carlos Smith, MD
NPI 1992724538 · Emergency Medicine Physician · Torrance, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Emergency Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Carlos Smith, MD is a Emergency Medicine Physician provider in Torrance, CA (NPI 1992724538).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1992724538
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Emergency Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME93609 (FL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
624 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency Department Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making99285 | 261 | $175 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 157 | $8 |
| Emergency Department Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making99284 | 65 | $121 |
| Critical Care, First 30-74 Minutes99291 | 42 | $209 |
| Residence Visit for Established Patient With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99348 | 24 | $80 |
| Blood Glucose (sugar) Test Performed By Hand-Held Instrument82962 | 22 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Famotidine | 62 | 61 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 51 | 50 |
| Prednisone | 39 | 17 |
| Naproxen | 23 | 23 |
| Cephalexin | 22 | 22 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 20 | 20 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 14 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$159 across 2 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 3001 W Dr Martin Luther King Jr BlvdTampa, FL 33607-6307Phone: (813) 870-4000
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-18
- Last updated
- 2026-01-13
- Certified
- 2026-01-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Carlos Smith's NPI number?
- Carlos Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1992724538, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Carlos Smith's specialty?
- Carlos Smith is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Emergency Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Carlos Smith located?
- Carlos Smith's practice location on file with NPPES is 1907 Border Ave, Torrance, CA 90501-3606.
- What is Carlos Smith's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Carlos Smith is (844) 443-6246.
- Does Carlos Smith accept Medicare?
- Carlos Smith is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Carlos Smith's NPI active?
- Yes — Carlos Smith's NPI (1992724538) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-01-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.